Franchising

Haven Hot Chicken expands in Massachusetts with 3-unit agreement

Source: Haven Hot Chicken

June 25, 2026

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Haven Hot Chicken has signed a three-unit franchise agreement that will expand the brand's presence in Massachusetts. The agreement with local entrepreneurs Nate and Whitney Tupper, of 1779 Hot Ventures LLC, calls for restaurants in Springfield, West Springfield and Chicopee. The first location is expected to open in late 2026.

The husband-and-wife team operates a Jersey Mike's Subs franchise in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. In a press release, they said they discovered Haven Hot Chicken during frequent trips to Connecticut.

The deal marks Haven Hot Chicken's second franchise development agreement in Massachusetts. The brand operates a location in Franklin and has nine restaurants across Connecticut. Based in New Haven, Connecticut, Haven Hot Chicken announced plans to franchise in late 2025 and signed commitments for more than 25 locations.